Healthy Beauty: BWC Tangerine Polish, Rosewood Lip Gloss & Warm Pecan Lipstick Fall Makeup Preview

Tangerine toes!

Here at Whole Foods Living, being healthy expands way beyond nutrition. I also look for cruelty-free, limited-ingredient beauty products to tuck away in my cosmetics bag.

Over the past few weeks I've been giving a few goodies from Beauty Without Cruelty (BWC) a good workout. I've chosen to highlight my favorite finds for fall.

But, first, why did I choose to feature BWC? I love their natural, healthy approach to beauty products. They don't endorse or use animal testing, their formulas are vegan, they're SLS and paraben-free, gluten-free and don't use synthetic fragrances. Wow!

Now, on to the pretty things...

Tangerine Nail Color

I've been sporting this nail polish on my toes and it looks fabulous! It's survived a leisurely bubble bath and an hour of swimming in a chlorinated pool -- and the pumpkin-inspired hue still looks fabulous don't you think? 

Some natural, non-toxic nail polishes I've tried in the past peel and flake as soon as I take a shower or wash dishes. But BWC's Tangerine has staying power! As a bonus it glides on easily and looks best with two coats.

Sporting Rosewood Rave!

Rosewood Rave Lip Gloss

At heart, I'm a lip gloss girl. I reach for a tube each time I leave the house. I've been giving the deep, rich cranberry toned Rosewood Rave lots of use. It goes on smooth (not sticky!) and stays put for a few hours, which is fabulous for a gloss.

The best part? It's not made from crushed beetles, the source for carmine, a red coloring in some cosmetics.

 

 

Warm Pecan Lipstick

During the day I like a soft, neutral lip color. Warm Pecan gives a hint of seasonal color and polishes off my look without being too overdone. The coppery color coordinates well with my favorite earth tone eyeshadows and autumn sweaters in shades of cocoa and pumpkin. I love how creamy and moisturizing the lipstick feels when applied.

Do you have a go-to, healthy beauty product you can't live without? Tell me about it in the comments below!

Until Next Time,
Choose Healthy!

Angela Tague
Whole Foods Living

Disclosure: The nail polish, lipstick and lip gloss mentioned in this blog post were provided free of charge from Beauty Without Cruelty for review purposes. No monetary compensation was sought or awarded in exchange for the review. All thoughts expressed on Whole Foods Living are solely my own unless otherwise noted. ~Angela

Beyond My Plate: Healthy Skin and Beauty Decisions

My whole foods living lifestyle goes far beyond food.

I also try to make healthy decisions when it comes to skin care products, makeup and hair care. I even opt for non-toxic nail polish and at-home manicures.

The past few weeks several friends have asked me to elaborate on how I choose "healthier" products and what I like to use.

Here's a quick primer on my decision making process and a few of my favorite makeup bag goodies and bathroom essentials.

How to Choose Healthier Beauty Products 

My method for choosing healthy products of any type is actually very simple. I peek at the ingredient list and try to read it aloud. If I stumble over any 16-letter words, it doesn't go in my shopping cart.

I look for products created without animal testing or animal byproducts. Sometimes it's difficult to find affordable vegan options, but I do my best within my budget. 

I also avoid the "popular" offenders that all beauty bloggers eschew because they either disrupt hormone functions, claim to be carcinogenic with prolonged use or clog our pores and interfere our body's natural cycle of sweating and breathing. (Peek at the photos above for a few ideas.)

When in doubt, choose simple one-ingredient products.

My Favorite Natural Products 

Lotion: I rarely use products labeled as a lotion anymore. Instead I turn to noncomedogenic oils (that means they don't clog pores) to naturally hydrate my skin and nails. My top favorites include pure coconut oil, pure jojoba oil, pure cocoa butter (it smells like chocolate!!) and extra virgin olive oil (yes, straight from the kitchen cupboard).

Body Wash: Look for castile soaps. They're vegetable-based and very gentle on sensitive skin. Right now I'm in love with the invigorating scent of Kirk's Original Coco Castile Body Wash Grapefruit and Ginger. It's the perfect morning wake-me-up soap!

Makeup & Nail Polish: As a beauty blogger, I'm fortunate to have the opportunity to try so many great products for review purposes. In the last year alone I've discovered brands that will stay in my beauty bag forever. Here's a few products for you to investigate:

• jane iredale cosmetics - Makeup created for sensitive skin
• Honeybee Gardens - Mineral-based makeup and nail polishes
• Scotch Naturals - Non-toxic nail polishes in fabulous colors
• Lotus Moon - Facial washes and pampering
• Perfectly Pure - a variety of beauty products
• Nature's Gate - a variety of products
• Tom's of Maine - natural deodorant and toothpaste

Hair Care: I like to try different types of shampoo and conditioner every few months. My hair gets bored and seems to perk up when I make a switch every so often. 

I look for organic hair care products because as I rinse all those chemicals are being whisked away into our public water system. If I can reduce my impact on the local water supply, I do it. Lately I've been using Desert Essence Tea Tree Oil or Organic Italian Red Grape shampoos and conditioners.

So, how do you keep your beauty routine healthy? Tell me (and my curious readers) in the comments below!

Until Next Time,
Choose Healthy!

Angela Tague
Whole Foods Living

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